UHI is the United Kingdom’s leading integrated university encompassing both further and higher education. We are more than a college and more than a traditional university: a diverse, flexible partnership, rooted in our communities and driven by their needs. Our network of colleges, specialist teaching centres and internationally recognised research institutes delivers supported, flexible learning from access level to PhD.

To support our work we are recruiting to the following role:

Graduate School Admissions and Quality Lead

Salary range £28,434 to £31,072 per annum Duration Permanent Full-Time Working hours 35hrs per week Location By agreement Closing Date Sunday 22nd February 2026

Graduate School Office

The UHI Graduate School provides a dedicated hub for postgraduate research (PGR) students across our unique university partnership. We support doctoral researchers and their supervisors through every stage of the research journey - from admissions and induction to progression, examination, and completion. Our aim is to deliver an excellent student experience, underpinned by robust governance, sector-leading standards, and a collaborative approach that connects researchers across disciplines and locations.

We offer tailored training and development opportunities, responsive student services, and a vibrant research community that reflects UHI’s distinctive strengths and regional impact. Working closely with academic partners and external bodies, the Graduate School ensures compliance, quality enhancement, and innovation in postgraduate research provision. Our commitment to digital transformation and continuous improvement means we are shaping a modern, inclusive environment for research students to thrive.

A detailed job description and person specification for the post are attached.

Applicants with informal questions are encouraged to contact Dr Clive Fox, Head of Postgraduate Researcher Development, by email to Clive.Fox.eo@uhi.ac.uk.

Pay and Benefits

This role is linked to grade 5 on the UHI Pay Scale.

The starting salary for this position will normally be in the range £28,434 to £31,072 per annum. For exceptional candidates a slightly higher salary may be available.

The workplace pension scheme provided to workers at grade five and below is the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).  This is a qualifying pension scheme, which means it meets or exceeds the government’s standards.  Full information about the scheme can be found on the Highland Council’s Pension Fund website http://www.highlandpensionfund.org/

Full-time posts carry a total of 42 days leave per annum (pro rata for part-time posts). It is practice that, with the exception of a Christmas and New Year closure, leave may be taken at any time of year, subject to the requirements of the post and department and with the permission of your line manager.

Recruitment Process

When completing the application form please ensure that you clearly evidence how you meet the selection criteria identified on the relevant person specification.

The deadline for submitting your application is Sunday 22 nd February 2026 at 11.59pm.

Interviews will be held by videoconferencing on date TBC.

If you have any queries regarding our recruitment and selection process, or if you would like to request any reasonable adjustments to either the recruitment process or the prospective job, please contact the HR team as soon as possible.

Interviews will be held To be confirmed.

• Job description
• Person specification
• Further information
• Terms and conditions
• Guidance notes for candidates
• Summary of terms and conditions of employment

UHI Employee Benefits

At UHI, we offer a supportive, flexible and rewarding place to work, with a range of benefits including:

• 42 days’ annual leave (pro rata)
• Attractive pension scheme and options for additional contributions
• Flexible working and family-friendly policies
• Occupational sick pay and an Employee Assistance Programme (incl. spousal support)
• High-street and online retail discounts
• 10% off Highlife Highland memberships
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Contribution towards DSE prescription glasses
• Free parking and EV charging (where available)
• LinkedIn Learning access for ongoing professional development
• Long-service awards and active social events

If you have any queries about the application process please contact the HR Office at HR@uhi.ac.uk.